Marine Renewable Consultancy

Using cutting-edge science to enable the sustainable development of marine renewable energy generation in Scotland, including:

Environmental impact assessment services

Marine mammal and underwater noise surveys

Benthic and intertidal surveys

Natural and commercial fish surveys

Sediment and water quality sampling

Seafloor mapping

Metocean surveys

Consenting support services

Post-consent monitoring

Vessel and equipment hire

SRSL survey and consultancy services in renewablesSAMS Research Services Ltd (SRSL) possesses in-depth and extensive knowledge of the marine environment, coupled with a clear understanding of the potential impacts associated with a wide range of renewable energy developments in the oceans. We provide clients with advice and guidanceon the assessment of environmental impacts across all stages of project development; from site investigations and constructionto operation and monitoring.

We offer consultation services with stakeholders and statutory consultees, including working with regulators to ensure scope of works are fit for purpose and project-managing the delivery of approved surveys in challenging high-energy environments. We are accustomed to maximising the use of weather windowsin order to deliver on time and reduce costs to our clients.

Added value from SRSLSRSL are experienced in designing robust survey plans with industry-standard methodologies to help clients gain regulatory approval. Our service packages include full methodological design, survey management, in-house sample analysis and final reporting. We also providemitigation advice, guidance on post-consent monitoring and consenting-support services, including Rochdale Envelope events.

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